United States. The Aftermarket Content Professionals Network (ACPN), a community of the Auto Care Association, announced the opening of the call for applications for its Leadership 2.0 scholarship, an initiative that will allow one of its members to participate in the renowned Leadership 2.0 program of the University of the Aftermarket.
The scholarship seeks to strengthen leadership development within the automotive content community, providing access to high-level executive training focused on the aftermarket industry.
"This scholarship reflects ACPN's commitment to developing strong leaders within the content community," said Joe Thomas, chair of the ACPN council's scholarship committee. "By supporting participation in Leadership 2.0, we are helping members grow personally and professionally while driving the advancement of the industry as a whole."
The Leadership 2.0 program is a graduate-level educational experience in leadership and business, specifically designed to develop leaders in the automotive care industry. Considered one of the pillars of executive education in the sector, it offers an intensive two-week curriculum that combines theory with the practical application of leadership principles in real contexts.
To be eligible, applicants must be active members of the ACPN community and employed by a company affiliated with the Auto Care Association.
Graduates of the program will receive 7.0 continuing education units (CEUs), applicable to the Automotive Content Professional (ACP) and Automotive Aftermarket Professional (AAP) certifications. The scholarship is worth $6,650 and includes tuition, study materials, and food, although it does not cover travel or lodging expenses.
The first session of the program will be held August 9-13, 2026, at Northwood University, in Midland, Michigan. The second session is scheduled for March 2027 in Raleigh.
The scholarship recipient will be responsible for covering their travel and lodging expenses.
For more information about the ACPN Leadership 2.0 Scholarship, including the full requirements and application process, the organization invites you to check out its official scholarship page.
